HSE Officer

Role Overview

HSE Officer at Egis Group, based in Dubai and the UAE. The role implements and monitors Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements across infrastructure maintenance projects and ensures full compliance with ADOSH-SF, AD Ports, DMT HSE standards, ITC requirements, and applicable UAE HSE legislation.

Company Overview

Waagner Biro Bridge Services, backed by Egis Group, is a leader in construction engineering across Dubai and the UAE with over 50 years of excellence. The company specialises in innovative solutions for bridge systems, steel structures, and infrastructure projects, serving both government and private sectors. A skilled team of engineers handles every stage from design to construction and maintenance, with a commitment to innovation and sustainability.

Role Purpose

To establish and maintain a safe and healthy working environment by implementing HSE requirements, conducting inspections, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting a proactive safety culture across all infrastructure maintenance projects.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure compliance with ADOSH-SF, AD Ports, DMT HSE requirements, ITC standards, and all applicable UAE HSE legislation.
• Monitor temporary traffic management activities and ensure compliance with the ITC Traffic Control Manual and approved traffic management plans.
• Participate in internal and external HSE audits and inspections, ensuring timely closure of observations and non-conformities.

Site Safety & Inspections

• Conduct daily site HSE inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with company and client safety requirements.
• Verify Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems and ensure all permits are properly issued and implemented before work commences.
• Review Risk Assessments (RA), Method Statements (MS), and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) to ensure adequate control measures are in place.
• Exercise Stop Work Authority whenever unsafe acts or unsafe conditions pose an immediate risk to personnel, property, or the environment.

Training & Awareness

• Conduct HSE induction programs, toolbox talks, safety briefings, and awareness training for employees and subcontractors.
• Promote a proactive safety culture by encouraging employee participation and continuous improvement in HSE performance.

Incident & Emergency Management

• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Conduct emergency response drills and ensure emergency preparedness procedures are effectively implemented.

Environmental Management

• Monitor environmental compliance, including waste management, pollution prevention, and housekeeping practices.

Reporting & Communication

• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly HSE reports, inspection records, incident reports, and other required HSE documentation.
• Coordinate and communicate with the Client, Consultant, AD Ports representatives, regulatory authorities, and subcontractors on HSE matters.

Qualifications & Experience

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering (any discipline) or a related field.
• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) or equivalent HSE qualification.
• Valid OSHAD/ADOSH-SF Registered Safety Practitioner certification.
• IRCA Certified ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor (Occupational Health & Safety Management System) certification.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 8 years of relevant HSE experience, preferably in construction, infrastructure, or industrial projects.
• At least 5 years of experience in port and/or marine operations.
• Proven experience working on UAE construction, infrastructure, and marine projects.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing HSE management systems, conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, HSE inspections, audits, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience on projects with AD Ports or other large-scale marine, industrial, or infrastructure projects is a strong advantage.
• Experience in coordinating with clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory authorities on HSE matters is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of ADOSH-SF requirements, UAE HSE legislation, and industry best practices.